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Chimney survey in Nettlecombe, Isle of Wight
A survey of chimney stacks, pots, flashings and flaunching for Nettlecombe, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Loose, cracked or missing pots
- Bricks with flaking faces
- Worn or missing pointing
Chimney survey in Nettlecombe: what you get
Each stack is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: the ground, nearby windows and higher points, and the loft space where it is safe. With our Premium Survey, a drone inspection is included where applicable. Where part of a stack can’t be seen, the report says so. Each defect is recorded with a photo and a plain description. If you’ve noticed flaunching that has broken away and disused chimneys trapping moisture, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Somewhere as small as Nettlecombe, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs frequently need the most attention.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Location
- Nettlecombe (PO38)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Our tips:
- Photograph damp patches with the date
- Never climb onto the roof to look at a chimney
- Book a sweep for flues that are in use
- Check that disused chimneys can still breathe
You can send the report to roofers or builders for quotes. Because everyone is pricing the same findings, the quotes are easier to compare.
Make sure fixings on the stack are sound, and moved if they’re working it loose. Less load on the stack means less strain in wind.
How the survey changes by roof type
Brick stacks
Frost can damage bricks that have soaked up water, making the faces flake away. Any spalling is noted with photos.
Chimney pots and cowls
Pots sit in the flaunching on top of the stack, and cowls or caps sit on the pots. The survey looks for cracked, loose or missing pots and cowls.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Most people never get a careful look at their chimney stacks. Defects tend to go unseen until there’s a stain. A survey gives you a clear picture before that happens. For older village homes like those around Nettlecombe, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Why book us in Nettlecombe
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- Every finding written up with photos
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Surveys seven days a week
Read our cost guide and two real surveys.
What happens on the day
We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, a little longer where there are several stacks. Around Nettlecombe, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- We go through the chimneys, any damp and any work done on them.
- Each stack is inspected from safe positions outside.
- We photograph and record the pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings.
- We look for damp on chimney breasts and in the roof space.
- The report, with photographs and recommendations, is emailed to you.
Before we arrive
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
How to book
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Chimney survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Also in Nettlecombe
What a chimney survey doesn’t cover
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Structural calculations for a leaning stack
- The inside of the flue, which needs a sweep or flue specialist
- Whether a gas appliance or its flue is safe
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Brick chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Flaunching
- Chimney pots and cowls
- Chimney breasts
- Shared and party-wall stacks
Common questions in Nettlecombe
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Nettlecombe, take more of a battering?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch.
Can a landlord with a rental near Shanklin station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Let us know your preferred days as you book.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it’s safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
What a chimney survey looks like in Nettlecombe
Nettlecombe lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. Some villages on the Isle of Wight still have thatched roofs, and sea air and wind reach every part of the island. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
If you let a flat or house near Shanklin station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. With Rylstone Manor about 4 miles north-east, the area around Nettlecombe has a long history. Older homes in the area may have roofs that need matching materials when work is done. If you live in an older home near Water Hydrant Opposite Parish Church, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Nettlecombe is about 7 miles south of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. We carry out chimney surveys for homes and businesses in Nettlecombe and the surrounding area. Nettlecombe is one of the places in the Isle of Wight where we work. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
We cover every part of the PO38 postcode area for chimney surveys. Other places close to Nettlecombe include Southford (1 mile north-west), Bierley (1 mile west), Wroxall (2 miles north-east), Godshill (2 miles north) and Sandford (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Newport (7 miles north), Ryde (9 miles north-east), Cowes (11 miles north), Sandown (6 miles north-east), Shanklin (4 miles north-east) and East Cowes (11 miles north). Remote addresses need a little more planning, so tell us where you are as you book.
Around Nettlecombe
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The White Horse Inn and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Shanklin station, about 4.1 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Longshoremans Museum (2.2 miles east) and Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (4.1 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Stenbury Down.
What a survey costs
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Roof area
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Getting in touch
We’ll usually ask about:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You will know the price before anything is booked.